Alonso tells Gerrard to get used to do without him

Spanish midfielder Xabi Alonso has told Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard that the club must get used to do without him.

Gerrard had branded midfielder Alonso,27,as one of the worlds best players.

He added that Alonsos 28.8-million-pound switch to Real Madrid left him gutted as he is now isolated on the pitch.

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But Alonso said: I want to thank Stevie for his kind words but life goes on.

Its logical I miss Liverpool. I lived there five years and saw what football means to the supporters, The Sun quoted him,as saying.

Ive still got friends there. It was an unforgettable experience and Ill always have the club in my heart, he added.

But Im so happy at Real Madrid and I hope to do some important things here.”

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